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FA08 NUX

2008 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,178 mi
Last recorded78,178 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 BMW X379,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 NUX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2023 78,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking up slightly on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking up slightly on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

damage to windscreen

under covers fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2022 75,300 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 72,351 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 70,620 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 67,324 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 67,324 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 63,188 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 59,279 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 54,749 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 49,313 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 43,724 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 37,600 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 28,627 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 19,575 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 19,495 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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FA08 NUX is a 2008 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 79,610 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA08 NUX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA08 NUX registered?

FA08 NUX is a 2008 BMW X3, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is FA08 NUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA08 NUX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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